Sudoku PASSWORDS THE MAGAZINE FOR ST MARY MAGDALENE PARISH DONEGALL PASS Rector: Rev Robin Moore tel: (H) 02890869569 (M) 07925125197 email: moorerobin@sky.com Family Worker: Mrs Alison Shaw tel: 07547030451 (Mon, Wed, Fri) November wordsearch Charity No: XN69978 www.st-marymagdalene.org.uk AUTUMN COLORFUL COOL FALL FEAST FRIEND HAPPY HARVEST HOLIDAY JACKET LEAVES NATIVEAMERICAN NOVEMBER NUTS PILGRIM RAKE THANKFUL THANKSGIVING TURKEY WINDY Lest we forget 12 Nov 2016
SERVICES 6th Nov 3rd Sunday before Advent 11.30 am Holy Communion 13th Nov 2nd Sunday before Advent Remembrance Sunday 11.30 am Morning Prayer SERVICES 20th Nov Sunday before Advent 11.30 am Family Service & The Boys Brigade Enrolment 27th Nov 1st Sunday of Advent 11.30 am Morning Prayer (Food Bank Sunday) READER Jane Stewart Haggai 1 v 15b 2 v 9 David Stephenson Micah 4 v 3-5 Jennifer McMullan Jeremiah 23 v 1-6 Libby Garstang Jeremiah 33 v 14-16 Nov 6th Nov 13th Nov 20th Nov 27th Flower Rota ~ November The Lennon Family Remembrance Sunday Mrs CA Sheppard in memory of her mother Mrs A Henry The Crawford Family in memory of loved ones Mr & Mrs H Rodgers Mr & Mrs B McMillan Christian Burial Sarah Ann Crawford 36 Kirkistown Walk 5th October 2016 (died 1st October 2016) We regret that the Royal Naval Association will not be joining us on Remembrance Sunday this year. Our next Food Bank Sunday will be on Sunday 27th November. Ann was a devoted and faithful member of St Mary Magdalene. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family circle especially Ann's husband Roy and her daughters Angela and Deborah. Nunc Dimittis ~ Parish Prayer List ~ Thursday Lunchtime Services The Thursday services take place each week at 12.30 pm in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. Everyone will be made very welcome at this short service, followed by lunch in the church hall. I hope to see you there. The Church of Ireland Safeguarding Trust Policy operates in this church. Panel Members are the Rev Robin Moore, Mr Cecil Dunwoody and Mr Peter Ainley. Notices to this effect have been placed in the church and halls. Y ou are asked to include the following in your daily prayers. Take 4 or 5 names per day and ask for God s blessing on each one. Some of our parishioners will remain on the list permanently, especially those who are in homes of one kind or another, housebound or suffering from chronic and ongoing conditions. If you know of someone whose name should be added, please inform the Rector or one of the church wardens. No name has been omitted intentionally. NH = Nursing Home; CH = Care Home; RH = residential home] Martha Armstrong, Masserene NH, Antrim David Baird, Fairhaven RH, North Rd Margaret Clarke, Redburn, B Hinch NH Mina Henry, Arlington House, North Pde Annie Jenkins, Carryduff NH Eileen Ross, Beechill House CH John Burns Warren Crawford Jim Garstang Gloria Graham Edna King Frances McClean David & Emily Mason Brian & Jean Matthews Naomi & Tom Reilly Jim Shields Laura Smyth Stella Spackman David Stephenson Roy & Ena Taylor Greta Wilson 2 11
LEPROSY MISSION ver the past year, Leprosy Mission NI has sent a O total of 296,909 to hospitals and projects in five countries, Ethiopia, India, Nepal, Nigeria and Tanzania. I know that the numbers giving to this charity is getting smaller and we only play a small part in the overall work of the Leprosy Mission, but I would like to thank you all for your continuing support throughout the year. Please return any boxes by the beginning of December. Crosslinks Missionary Society God s word for God s world t would be appreciated I if all missionary boxes and subscriptions for the above Missionary Society were returned by the beginning of December 2016. The new Team Leader, Rev David Luckman replaced Rev Trevor Johnston, now Rector of All Saints Belfast. Thank you for all your generous giving and prayers. Lena and Cecil A big thank you to everyone in The Magdalene for all their cards, gifts and best wishes following the birth of Lily, Emily and Zoe Rodgers. We have been overwhelmed by your generosity and hopefully the girls will be ready for a visit to see everyone in the next few weeks. Phil & Linda Articles for the December magazine should be with Kate Irving by Sunday 13th November 2016. Thanks Elizabeth Hello, The Rector writes... T he Pharisee and the Tax Collector went up to the Temple. The Pharisee prayed, "God, I thank you that I am not like other men. I fast twice a week and I give a tenth of all I get." The Publican prayed, "God, be merciful to me a sinner. Notice the differences? One is short. One is long. One uses the "I" word 5 times. One prays to God. One prays to himself. Actually, the Publican doesn't say, "God, be merciful to me a sinner." He says, "God, be merciful to me THE sinner." He compares himself to no-one. He is the worst sinner in the world. He doesn't say, "I am a sinner but there are worse than me." He is aware of his own sin and he didn't point fingers. The Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector teaches us to be humble. This is one of Luke's parables unique to him. Time and time again in Luke he reverses things the villain becomes the hero The Prodigal Son, The Good Samaritan, The Thief on the Cross, Zacchaeus, The Rich Man and Lazarus, The Roman Centurion etc. The Gospel is for everybody! I really enjoyed "Burger Sunday!" We'll done the Boys Brigade! November is a big month Remembrance Day and Boys Brigade enrolment. It is lovely to be back in St Mary Magdalene Parish Church. God bless Robin Moore 10 3
Family Worker update. n November our women's group continue to meet and we will I begin a 6 week cookery course called "Cook It". We hope to try some interesting new recipes which are economical and easy for families to make together. This will be presented by Elaine from Surestart and we would welcome anyone interested in joining. Women's group meet on Wednesday from 10-12noon. Parent and toddlers will continue to meet after the half-term break on Thursday from 10-12noon. Alison Thank you to everyone who supported the Urban Harvest. The response was fantastic, yet not surprising. The generosity of our parishioners never fails to amaze. Gift Day Envelopes ift Day this year will be celebrated on Advent Sunday 27th G November the 177th anniversary of our church falling on 1st December. Gift Day envelopes will be distributed in church and we ask that you do your best in giving to this appeal. The much-needed money collected from this special event goes towards maintaining and restoring our beautiful church. Remember, if you are a tax-payer, please consider Gift Aiding your donation. This costs you nothing and the church can gain additional funds. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. The Select Vestry THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH No God, no peace Know God, know peace CALENDARS Donegall Pass Social History Group has produced 2017 Calendars. These are currently on sale at only 5.00 each. We have some copies available at the back of the church for parishioners to purchase. They d make a great Christmas Gift for friends who grew up in The Pass, so hurry up and get yours before they re all gone! For your diary Ladies Guild Wed 9th Nov 7.30 pm Big Breakfast Sat 12th Nov 9.00-12 noon Select Vestry Mon 14th Nov 7.30 pm Snooker Club Tuesdays 7.00 pm Women s Group Wednesdays 10-12 noon Parents and Thursdays 10-12 noon Toddlers Midweek Thursdays 12.30 pm Services BB Thurs 6.30 pm onwards 4 9
for our younger readers... The season of Advent, during which we start to prepare for the birth of Jesus, begins on Sunday 27th November. Many churches and homes have Advent wreaths or Advent candles during this time. Here s one of each for you to colour in. Big Breakfast OUR BIG BREAKFAST takes place on Saturday 12th November 9.00 am 12 noon Please support us by coming along and having a superb breakfast! All proceeds to church funds Still costs only 4.00 each and still the... 8 5
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